The Gringo

916 Se 5Th Ave, Delray Beach, FL 33483

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Mar 25, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged seven inspections at The Gringo, the earliest from 2022. On Mar 25, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.

Compared to the broader Delray Beach restaurant scene, where the average is 71, this is a stronger showing. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 25, 2026

Routine - Food

2 major violations.

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Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Nov 6, 2025

Routine - Food

2 major violations.

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Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Apr 25, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Container of milked opened more than 24 hours ago not date marked. Operator dated marked. **Corrected On-Site**

02C-03-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with food debris and dust. Exterior of reach and cooler and empanada oven soiled with flour.

23-03-4

Jan 2, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.

50-17-3

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit...empanadas 44-46F in bottom shelf in tall reach in cooler . Food not prepped or portion today , food being held less than 4 hours . Operator removed food to upper shelf . **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled...soap water spray bottle.

41-17-4

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink or wiping cloths. Quaternary ammonium.

16-37-1

Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength and mixed with soap ...quaternary ammonium 00 ppm

21-08-4

Nov 30, 2023

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer in the back room.

14-69-4

Jan 12, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Sep 15, 2022

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. At reach in cooler gaskets. - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-15: **Time Extended**

14-11-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Gringo last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Gringo on file is from Mar 25, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

How does The Gringo compare to other restaurants in Delray Beach?

The Gringo most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Delray Beach average of 71.

Has The Gringo's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Gringo have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Gringo means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is The Gringo inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The Gringo is inspected around two times per year on average.

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